The Big Creek GreenwayTrail Events

Temporary Closure of Forsyth Big Creek Greenway

Jeff — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:16:29 +0000

A segment of the Forsyth County Big Creek Greenway will be closed at Majors Road Bridge from November 2nd through November 3rd. The closure is due to repairs that are needed. The rest of the trail will remain open.

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Alpharetta Greenway Closing South of Kimball Bridge on July 26th

Jeff — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:33:28 +0000

Kimball Bridge Construction Detour

The Alpharetta portion of the Big Creek Greenway will be closed just South of Kimball Bridge while construction is completed on the new bridge and utilities are installed. The closure will take place from July 26th through September 30th. This will only be a small section of the greenway, but will force a detour on anyone wanting to continue South of Rock Mill Park or North of Haynes Bridge. A portion of the trail will still be open North of Haynes Bridge, but the closure will not allow continuing past Kimball Bridge. The length of the detour is 1.3 miles, replacing 1.8 miles of the trail from Haynes Bridge to Kimball Bridge. There are sidewalks available for the entire length, but it does require crossing some busy intersections. Please make sure you use the crosswalks and follow the lights.

Detour when heading South from Rock Mill Park:
From Rock Mill Park you can follow the sidewalks on Kimball Bridge West to North Point Parkway. Follow North Point Parkway South to Georgia Lane. Take Georgia Lane to Haynes Bridge which will lead back to the trail at Haynes Bridge.

Detour when heading North from Haynes Bridge:
Take the split in the trail that heads to the Haynes Bridge parking area. From the parking area head West on Haynes Bridge. Turn right on Georgia Lane. Turn right again on North Point Parkway heading North. Use the crosswalk when you get to Kimball Bridge and then head East on Kimball Bridge.

Map of Detour:

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Full article on City of Alpharetta Website

Alpharetta Greenway to Marconi Drive Extension Complete

Jeff — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:48:03 +0000

Marconi Extension

The extension of Big Creek Greenway north to Marconi Drive is now complete. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at 10:00 am today at the small parking lot on Marconi. This is currently the northern most access to the Fulton County portion of the trail. The new extension adds an addition .85 miles to the Alpharetta section of the Greenway, bringing its total length to approximately 8 miles.

This completes the first step in connecting the Forsyth and Fulton sections of the Big Creek Greenway. No permanent plans are in place yet for completing the connection of the two trails. When the two sections are completed, there will be well over 15 miles of continuous trails through the two counties.

Enjoy the new section of the trail!

Extension project details (PDF), Greenway Map (PDF)

2011 Abba House Run for Recovery 5K/10K – April 30th

Jeff — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:09:23 +0000

Abba House Run for Recovery

Race Information

The fast and level course travels down a tree covered pathway along Big Creek finishing the race with a slight incline through Vickery Village. Parking, Registration, and Awards Ceremony will be at Vickery Village 5920 Post Road, Cumming, Ga 30040. Arrive 45 – 60 minutes early for registration and to catch the shuttle to the starting line. April 30th, 2011 – 5K 8:30am, 10K 9:30am.

Registration / Cost

$20 if received by April 20, $30 if received April 21-30, $20 Phantom Runner

$5 off per person for teams of 20+ with mail in registration when mailed together

3 ways to register: By mail to 6800 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30028, online at www.active.com (http://www.active.com/running/cumming-ga/abba-house-run-for-recovery-5k10k-2011)

or in person at one of the 5 Big Peach Running Co. locations. Call 678-208-2000 for more information. Race packets are to be picked up at Chill Hill in Vickery Village Friday April 29 from 4-8pm.

Awards

Top overall Male / Female in 5K & 10K. Top three in each age group.

Top Male / Female in 5K & 10K wearing an apron will receive a prize.

Bring the kids along for clowns & face painting during the race and immediately following!

Wear your apron to signify your willingness to serve and support women in recovery. Wearing an apron gives you an extra opportunity to win prizes!

http://www.active.com/running/cumming-ga/abba-house-run-for-recovery-5k10k-2011

Run for Recovery Participant Stretching after the Race

Forsyth Greenway Still Closed Between McFarland and Union Hill

Jeff — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 23:10:35 +0000

The Forsyth Big Creek Greenway is still closed between McFarland and Union Hill. There have been no updates on how long the repairs will take, and the rain-out hot-line has not been updated with a date that it will re-open.

The remainder of the Forsyth Greenway is still open from Union Hill to Bethelview.

Forsyth Greenway Closed Between McFarland and Union Hill

Jeff — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 05:15:15 +0000

The Forsyth Big Creek Greenway is currently closed for repairs between McFarland and Union Hill. It is not clear how long the repairs will take, but many planks on the boardwalks had become uneven and many joists had become loose.

We will keep you posted as we hear more about when this section will re-open. For now the parking lot at Union Hill remains open, and the trail is still open North of Union Hill.

http://www.forsythnews.com/section/1/article/7947/

First Official 10k on the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway – Saturday September 18th

Jeff — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 16:25:43 +0000

Just a friendly reminder that next Saturday the 18th will be the first 10k to take place on the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway. Registration must be completed by Friday the 17th at 4:00pm.

Check out the post in the Community section for more details.

The inaugural Forsyth Big Creek Greenway Run. This is a level fast course. You will be chip timed on this certified course. Use this for your 2011 Peachtree qualifier. Run this race to benefit Abba House a recovery ministry for women with children. – From Active.com

Section of Greenway Closed for Repair

Jeff — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:50:27 +0000

According to the Forsyth County website, a section of the Big Creek Greenway from McFarland Parkway to Union Hill Road will be closed on Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 for repairs. The section should re-open on Friday, June 4th.

Big Creek Greenway Bird Walk Event

Jeff — Tue, 25 May 2010 17:13:53 +0000

Big Creek Greenway Bird Walk

Big Creek Greenway Bird Walk
Saturday, May 29; 8 to 9 a.m.; ages 6 and up*

Join a naturalist on a guided hike along the Big Creek Greenway in Forsyth County to greet spring migration. Field guides and binoculars are recommended, and a few pairs will be available to borrow. Meet at the Bethelview Road trail head for the Big Creek Greenway, located at 5120 Bethelview Road. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Click Here for More Details on the event.

Forsyth Big Creek Greenway Phase 1 Now Open

Jeff — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:32:58 +0000

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

I’m a couple weeks behind in updating the site, but as of December 4th, 2009, phase 1 of the Forsyth Big Creek Greenway is open. This 4 mile segment of the trail stretching from McFarland Parkway to Highway 9 brings the total length of the trail to 6.7 miles in Forsyth County. This is nearly half the planned length of 15 miles when all sections are completed. Plenty of space for bikers, runners, joggers, and walkers alike.

I’ve put up some pictures of the ribbon cutting ceremony that my in-laws were nice enough to take (thanks Judy!). I was unfortunately unable to attend due to my work schedule. Even with heavy rains earlier in the week that caused flooding and the chilly weather, the ceremony continued. The ribbon cutting was over shortly after 10am, and the trail opened with a motorized tour of the new segment for those who were interested.